Many thanks for this wonderful trip through Madagascar! It was hot, it was tiring, the roads were sometimes very bad, but once again you succeeded in making us love a totally unknown country with its always cheerful inhabitants. A large part of this success undoubtedly goes to our guide Irène Roserine. A real gem! She has an incredible talent for organization, keeps an eye on everything and everyone, and is a living encyclopedia of Madagascar!
I also found the choice of hotels, and particularly the lodges, very successful.
Trip date: January 10, 2024

My girlfriend and I decided at a moment’s notice (1.5 weeks before the start of our trip) to take a tour of Madagascar. We had already read up and informed ourselves in advance and knew what we wanted to see. We had already booked flights. We are now planning to implement this with a travel agency. So we had to have a private driver to tell them our itinerary and we also selected the hotels. We contacted two agencies and Evaneos responded promptly (the same day). We discussed everything in writing and also spoke on the phone. All the changes we wanted as customers were implemented in a friendly manner. The trip was organized in 7 days. Drivers, domestic flights, hotels, etc. were all booked. On arrival in Tana, we were picked up by the driver and also by the “boss”, Josette. Everything worked perfectly. Josette is also a very attentive woman who comes across as friendly, professional, but also “familiar”. She familiarized us with the driver, the tour and all the important information before we could begin our journey. Our driver, Ako, was also a dream. Always available, friendly, attentive, far-sighted (and many other positive qualities), he showed us around the country very well, while telling us lots of things and also showing us important privileged spots, even outside the program. I’ve already been on a few trips with different agencies and drivers, but it was only an A+ with an asterisk. Everything went well, the hotels were great. Once, there was a small problem with a flat tire, but the driver and the agency (as well as the hotel staff) gave 150% so that we could catch our domestic flight on time. On the last evening, Josette came back to say goodbye to us personally, handing out souvenirs/gifts, but also asking for feedback and requests for improvements. Here too, it became clear that she sees criticism as something positive so that she can improve on it later with subsequent customers. In short, there’s absolutely nothing negative to say about it. Overall, there’s absolutely nothing negative to say. I can only praise on the highest tones.

Date of trip: 09/11/23

We visited Madagascar in Oct 23 and had our whole Trip planned by the wonderful team from Gassy Tours. We had the best time during our visit. Everything we experienced and the kindness of everyone we met Was overwhelming. Alex was our driver and the best Person for us to experience this beautiful country. The organisation could not have been better. While booking we never talked about room category or specials needs for breakfast. while in the country we recognised that we always got the best room category with the best views and we always got the best food (for breakfast we always had the best choice available on the menu like with eggs and for Dinner it was always starter, Main and Dessert). The guides which were booked for us in the national parks were also very good. So much knowledge about the country and the animals. and everything was always on time. we did not ever had to wait for a guide or Transport. Vivia and Josette often reached out to us on the Tour if we are okay. we always felt welcome and taken care of and always safe. Thank you to everyone at Gassy Tour to making this wonderful journey so unforgettable for us.

Travel date: 25/10/23

Beautiful scenery, impressive flora and fauna, very friendly and helpful people and very, very good guidance from the agency (via WhatsAPP or telephone). The hotels the agency suggested were all very good. It was very hot in mid-October, so I would recommend anyone interested to travel two months earlier. Also, the western part of the country is not yet as dry (greener); Downside: animals can be harder to spot.
Travel date: November 12, 2023

In preparing the trip, we were in close contact with Josette from the agency, who also implemented our wishes, particularly in terms of accommodation and contact with the local people. Among other things, we were able to visit two schools and bring them important items. Next time, please bring rain gear for the children, which we urgently need! The trip was also well planned, with the exception of the return journey. Road conditions are now so bad that we can’t cover 490 km in a day. The agency always did its utmost to solve problems immediately. We visited all the places we’d planned to, sometimes a little less because the journey was too long, but that was also to be expected. Madagascar is a very interesting country, and the people we met were very friendly and open-minded. The small hotels are very nice. We could have been warned in advance that November is jellyfish season on the west coast and that you can hardly swim. All in all, it was an excellent trip for us, full of adventures and experiences. Our driver Ako took us everywhere safely, and hats off to the road conditions! We also found it positive that the agency met us on the last day and was interested in open feedback! We can certainly recommend GassyTour.
Travel date: December 05, 2023

We were referred to the Malagasy tour operator GassyTour through Evaneos, and it was a real stroke of luck. From the very first e-mail contact, we felt that we were receiving professional, competent and very individual advice. Our wishes were recorded and dealt with in detail, so that we received an offer just a few days after the first phone call. For various personal reasons, various changes had to be made, so the final version took several weeks. In the end, everything was just as we had imagined. The whole trip went off without a hitch. We visited the south, east and west coasts, so there were flights. Contrary to expectations, here too, everything worked meticulously! All the accommodation was also carefully and appropriately selected. But the outstanding role, from the first e-mail to the farewell in Tana, was played by Onisoa, an exceptionally friendly, sensitive and committed employee of the local agency. We were able to reach her in every situation, she was always friendly and helpful and organized the trip perfectly down to the last detail. From time to time, she contacted us to provide additional information and enquire about our well-being. THANK YOU Onisoa, we have one of our best vacations to thank you for.

Travel date: June 13, 2024

The trip program was very well planned. The trip was very varied and well organized. We received good travel suggestions and were able to adapt them to our needs. Our individual wishes were well taken into account. For example, the fact that two of us wanted vegetarian food worked very well. The agency’s support was top-notch from start to finish!
Travel date: May 02, 2024

Very well organized
Good hotels
Confident, friendly tour guide always on hand
Tour guide paid tip for everyone, so no stress
I will recommend the country and the people.
Travel date 01/05/24